Leni Klum has long been considered a fashion pro, just like her mother Heidi. She was recently spotted at an event where she once again proved her sense of style with her simple yet effective look. And she did so despite (or perhaps because) she deliberately ignored one of the classic styling rules.
Some outfits work well because they are simple. This casual look by Leni Klum is a great example. The model wore a white oversized shirt blouse with wide jeans in a medium blue wash. In doing so, she broke the widespread styling rule that you (actually) shouldn’t combine two items of clothing with a wide cut.
But instead of looking shapeless or sloppy, Leni showed how modern and stylish this combination can be. When you use classic basics such as a white shirt and jeans, playing with proportions can create a relaxed yet elegant overall impression.
What gives the outfit an additional dressy vibe is the accessories. Tapered high heels visually lengthen the legs, while Leni Klum deliberately adds a splash of colour with her red handbag.
Getty Images
The idea that wide trousers and tops don’t go together dates back to a time when body shapes were always emphasised and fashion conventions weren’t questioned. Today, however, it is clear that an oversized look can be fashionable, flattering and even sophisticated. Flowing fabrics play around the silhouette without hiding it and create a modern nonchalance and elegance that is miles away from the “baggy look”.
Whether you’re styling wide suit trousers with a loose blazer or jeans with an oversized blouse, playing with volume has become an integral part of how we dress. And the best thing about it? It’s not only stylish, but also comfortable.
We like to say it again and again: fashion thrives on experimentation. Rules are there to be broken — especially when the result looks as convincing as Leni Klum’s.
If you want to recreate this look, you should opt for high-quality basics: well-fitting wide-leg jeans and a shirt with a wide cut. Add a few eye-catching accessories — and you have a look that shows that old style rules can be thrown overboard.
A version of this article originally appeared on GLAMOUR (Germany).